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RSAVT300Pleated Schoolgirl Skirt

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Kt

February 19, 2014

I ordered this skirt in small because i have a small circle skirt that fits perfectly. however, this schoolgirl skirt is a bit loose around my waist. it's also very long! it goes down to my knees. I know this is because I'm short but I just want to warn anyone who wants this skirt and may be on the shorter side! :-) otherwise very cute, I'm planning on hemming it!

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Summer

February 15, 2014

This is my very favorite skirt. I have two-- an XS navy and a S charcoal. The XS fits my 24-inch waist perfectly and looks great with a fitted sweater or with the AA striped baby rib tee. Super cute! I wear the S when I need the extra length (it's at least an inch longer, if not two, than the XS) and a slightly more relaxed feel. My only complaint is that after six months the fabric on the navy one is definitely starting to pill.

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Cady

October 3, 2013

I got this today and it fit perfectly. I bought a size S and my waist is 25". It's not too tight around my waist and the length is modest but cute.

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Golden Paintbrush

September 28, 2013

I got this skirt in a medium in the heather taupe color. It is actually big on me, but I purchased it on sale so I could not return it. I really like the material this skirt is made out of as well as the style. Wearing it reminds me of Audrey Horne from Twin Peaks, which is the style I was aiming for when I originally bought it.

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christina

September 10, 2013

I got the light charcoal and navy in xs, and they are a bit smaller than the general aa xs size for skirts that I have bought previously. I have a 24 inch waist and these do fit a bit snug, but they are really the perfect and most adorable skirts. If you're between sizes I'd advise ordering up. I along with many others also wish for more diverse colours, but while these were on sale when I ordered them I couldn't help but have two haha.

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Ivonne

August 31, 2013

I got this skirt and really liked it. Also, I got it on sale so it was a really good deal. It fit perfectly but I'm kind of petit with narrow hips. In fact, I have a little bit of trouble ordering online because things are usually big! It is pretty snug around the waist and hips but it is so pretty!

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Han

August 5, 2013

My waist is 27.5 in and 36 at my hip bones (40 in at the largest point) so I ordered a medium. However, it's really sung, especially around the hips. I would suggest sizing up with skirt. Even if it's a tad big, it would look good with a belt, thus solving the problem. Other than it being too small for me, the skirt is really cute and is the same color as the picture (light charcoal) and I love the fact that it was 50% off. I just wish it fit better :( Guess I'm going to have to loose some weight to fit into it better.

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Nancy

July 24, 2013

This skirt is true to size (or rather, American Apparel size). As a very petite person, I'm always looking for companies that run on the smaller size, and AA gives me that. My waist is 24". This skirt is snug but not tight on me. The fabric of the skirt is stiff but not terribly thick. It is very slimming and looks flattering, and it is professional looking. I love this! Thank you AA.

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Helen

July 21, 2013

This skirt is a classic staple. Flattering, nipped high waist that is skims the hips perfectly. Fabric has nice drape and texture. Length is sassy but not too short (hits me mid-thigh) maybe work appropriate with tights. Definitely runs small, I ordered my typical size--25, and it was tiny in the waist and hips. It seems as though if I ordered a size up, the hips would be perfect but the waist might be too big. There was enough extra room where the wrap portion overlapped for me to move a button at the waist so I could still wear it.

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Laura

February 8, 2013

My first AA purchase! Fits like a dream if you have an average-sized waste for your body. Very cute but not sexy... so it's appropriate for the office, especially if you wear some tights. Beautiful material, very well-made.

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Katy

February 8, 2013

I wasn't sure which size to buy as a lot of reviews say this skirt runs small. I have a 26 inch waist and bought the medium. I could of bought the small but didnt want to risk it. The medium sits nicely But just below my waist. I am getting the buttons moved and re-stitched so that it sits on my waist. If your unsure it's not a problem to alter this skirt.

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katie

January 29, 2013

I have a weird body shape. I am not very symmetrical from the mid-waist down so I almost can never find a skirt that can hide this defect well. I am glad to have found this skirt from AA. A really nice flattering skirt on my skinny body! (I am a rectangle body shape, small everything!)I bought this skirt in two deep colours, charcoal grey and midnight blue. The former colour is very pretty. Midnight blue, however, is a very dark blue that sometimes look like black when there's not enough light. I'd prefer navy blue if it's available.I wanna buy it in black also, but when I try it on, it looks like an off-black. Not a nice solid black. Kinda pale black. I didn't buy it in the end. You never know how a colour comes off until you can see it in person and try it on.I look forward to seeing this skirt in other more interesting (upbeat) colours.

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Doll

December 9, 2012

I have the grey charcoal version and it's a beautiful skirt, very well constructed. It does run a couple of inches small but you can simply move the button.

I need it in black as well but size Medium isn't available anymore. Please bring it back!

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Davy

November 4, 2012

I've been looking for a pleated skirt for quite some time and as the time went by I almost gave up on finding one and was starting to think about getting it custome made. Usually pretty ones were totally over priced and the afordable ones were made of bad material or didn't look right. This one is just perfect. I was afraid it might be too long on me as I'm not that tall and high-waist skirts usually hang a bit too long on me. But the length is just like in the photos with the asian model and the pleats are fantastic.. flowy and flirty. This skirt is basically a wrap-around skirt. It closes up in front with 2 buttons. Which is awesome cause as many of the other reviewers mentioned, it does run a little small.. so if it fits too tight you can move the buttons a inch to make it more comfortable. However, this worked out perfect for me.. Cause my waist is 21inches and its hard to find anything that fits right. I got the light charcol. The color is slightly lighter than i thought it would be but it is nice. I'm getting another one in black. This skirt is a staple piece, get it.

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Elise

November 1, 2012

This is a really cute skirt, but as other reviewers have stated, it runs quite small. (I find this a constant with AA clothes, though, so I'm not so surprised.) My waist fluctuates from 23 inches to 24 inches and I had to suck in my stomach to put on the XS when I got it today! I also own this skirt in another color and size, S, and that's a bit roomy for me.

Overall, lovely skirt - it's one of my favourites!

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December 20, 2011

I really like this skirt. It is, however, definitely snug around the waist.... I have a 24" waist. For me I'm perfectly happy with this because it's actually pretty difficult for me to find such well-fitted skirts, but I can see it being a problem for people. I also adore the length on my short height, which is a little bit above at my knees (I love modesty).

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September 2, 2011

Just the skirt I was looking for. I love these skirts. ButI need a large for it to fit perfectly. PLEASE. Almost half the reviews request a L or XL. Why not make them and earn more revenue? Hey, Business 101! It hangs pretty well (one of the buttons is off and it's a bit tight unless I wear it really high. Sigh.) But it looks great with tall socks and boots.

If you release it in Large, I will buy one in 4 colors at least. Please. This style is extremely flattering and you'd sell loads. And make more REVENUE. Yes, the elusive R word: REVENUE. Revenue is usually considered a good thing for businesses. I run a business and I like it. Ask around, you'll find it's a pretty common sentiment. Sorry for the snark, I just really want to buy a bunch of these skirts!

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August 25, 2011

Perfect skirt. With my 27 inch waist, the Medium fits almost perfectly... the only issue being that I think the second button hole needs to be slightly moved to get it to sit perfectly flat. Even so, this is a beautiful skirt and I'm excited to wear it!

I can understand why people want it in larger sizes. I'm an 8-10 in Australian size which is extra small / small, yet I fit the largest size they make in this skirt... odd!

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Clara

August 16, 2011

I've been a fan of this skirt forever. It cropped up online a few years ago, JUST as I was looking for a grey pleated school-girl style skirt. I was excited to see what the sizes were like in real life, but alas, I am a large woman and medium, even a high-waisted medium is just not going to cut it. I've been waiting and waiting for this skirt to come out in an XL, or even an L, but alas, you haven't changed the sizes. This really depresses me, as this is STILL a skirt I covet immensely and I feel like the fact that you stopped the sizing at medium is immensely unfair. Please release a bigger size. I'm begging you.

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Shama

July 2, 2011

My school skirt looks exactly like this!

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sweetcheeks

April 15, 2011

I love this skirt but can't do the darn thing up. Please, please PLEASE make an L and XL?

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Emily

April 12, 2011

This skirt is amazing! If I worked in an office right now, I would probably buy it in every color. I love the fit, the length, the colors, and the sewn-in pleats ($60 for a skirt might sound expensive, but sewn-in pleats are AWESOME and look so good, all the time, no matter what). You can't really see the pleats well in most of the photos, but they start on the edges of the front and wrap all the way around the back. My only complaint is that it isn't made in larger sizes! I'm 5'3" 115 to 120 pounds with a 29" to 30" waist and 35" to 36" hips, and this skirt barely fits me in a Medium (I definitely have to wear it at my natural waist, a little bit higher than I'm used to wearing skirts, but not a problem). I think it would be flattering on people with larger waists than mine, so it's too bad it isn't sold in larger sizes!

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Flora

March 26, 2011

This skirt probably is the best thing that has happened to me. I beg you please make another colour, I would so buy it. I have this in Light Charcoal and a size S but I'm thinking of betting the midnight navy as well..but I would love another colour that's not so similar to the others. But anayway just do buy this skirt it's heavenly.

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Melissa

March 20, 2011

I've been waiting for this skirt in L for over two years now. Ridiculous. I would (as I'm sure so many other people as well) buy one in every color IF they made it in L. I don't even have a large natural waist and M is just a touch too small. Not cool, AA.

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Holly

March 16, 2011

I bought this skirt in summer of 2009 in a medium, and it is and was awesome, it fit around my natural waist when I wore it (it was about 27 inches), but after losing weight it was too loose to wear there (at a 24 inch waist). I found, as a short-waisted person, it looks really good buttoned around the ribcage, so long as you're not busty. I suggest if you're short-waisted, maybe wear a size that fits your ribcage instead of your natural waist. It hangs perfectly flat and is a little bit shorter and leg-lengthening. My ribcage measures about 27.5 inches, so the medium fit there without being too loose or too tight. It looks even better this way, and hangs perfectly flat. I have 2 of these skirts, but I would love one in another color, it just sucks that the colors are so similar. One in a deep red would look absolutely lovely.

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Corinne

January 30, 2011

This skirt is the best. It fits to perfectly, it just lays flat and make you look so fit and cute as the same time. I feel beautiful wearing it, really. I got it today in light charcoal but it's a lot more greyish than it looks in the pic(it looks very classical..like what the school girls wore in London back in the 60's)...anyway it's lovely. Totally worth it.

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Halina

November 2, 2010

I have this skirt in both light charcoal and midnight navy in medium. The navy one is a tad tighter than the charcoal one, but both are gorgeous skirts and look beautiful. For reference, I have a 25.5 inch waist, usually am between a u.s. size 2-4 and measured the waist of both skirts, the charcoal was 26 inches and the navy was 25. for those of you who might not fit into a medium, try a bunch of mediums on and maybe one will fit, sort of like how the zipper-ankle jeans are.

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JML

October 13, 2010

We need...no we demand size L! Skirt is so wonderful and versatile, but I cant fit in it.

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jp

October 4, 2010

I love this skirt, but I gotta give it 1 star because it's too snug around the waist. I have a 28-29inch waist, and when I try this it's too snug to be comfortable. It wouldn't be too hard to include one or two larger sizes for those of us who love this skirt.

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caroline

September 26, 2010

i tried this on in the store, and fell in love...except that a medium just didn't fit. AA sizes are a little smaller in my opinion. i wish they made it in Large!!!!!! i would buy like 3 of them i dont even care if they are $60!

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betsy

September 25, 2010

I try this on every time i get the chance... it's so cute just a little snug :( ... I wish it came in a large!!!!

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Mette

September 14, 2010

I loved this skirt, when I tried it on during a trip to NY (we sadly don't have AA in Denmark) and would definitely get in a few colors.. if only it came in an L. The medium is too small! And i normally wear medium in other brands. So let me buy it online! In a Medium.

Please AA.. make a size large for this... pleeeeease! Pretty Please.

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Elisabeth

August 12, 2010

I am a pretty extreme hourglass, 38-27-41.5. The medium fits in the waist, but it rides up because it doesn't flare out enough at my low waist, which is 36 (yes, I have a 9 inch difference between my high and low waist xD) I love the cut on this, it doesn't show any pooch at all! I currently have it in the dark charcoal, if I can find the money, I will get the heather taupe next. But why does it have to be in such boring, formal, uniformish colors? I'd love this in some funky plaid, or a neon, or maybe even white so we can dye it ourselves?

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Amber

July 14, 2010

Beautiful skirt. I've given up on ever finding a L or XL and so have bought the medium which my friend's mother is going to alter so that it fits me.

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Megan

June 14, 2010

The skirt is divine - but please make it in a large! I'm 5ft 11 and 70kgs - wear size 12 in everything and your M is too small! Come on guys, I bet even curvier girls would love an XL as well

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Wendy

June 4, 2010

Skirt got me laid, enough said. Amazingly cute. I'm 5'9" and 150lbs and the medium just fits, although I might move one of the buttons to make it a touch more comfy.

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Jessica

June 2, 2010

Perfect for work or going out. XS fits super well... 5'2 and 98lb.

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Eva

May 20, 2010

Hot, but not salacious, so I can wear it to work or out on the week end. I got a compliment on the very first day I wore it when I teamed it with the AA black stirrup opaque pantyhose and black T bar low heels.

XS fits me great - I'm 1.52m and about 44kg.

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Kristen

May 13, 2010

love the skirt. currently the med is much to big and the small is a bit snug. i guess it is the gym for me. but the skirt looks super cute on, esp with clingy tees. I amtrying to figure out how to style it w/o looking full on "school girl" or jailbait. Any suggesttions?

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Alexis

March 9, 2010

I can't wait to buy this skirt! This is the skirt I've been waiting for years to get! I'm so excited and even though $60 is steep I'm willing to shell out the cash to get what I wants. Thanks American Apparel! You rock my world!

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Andrea

February 15, 2010

This skirt is lovely and I like for my wife, she loves it also!

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Liz

December 16, 2009

it's so cute...AA, please make this in size large!!!!

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Colleen

December 5, 2009

darling skirt...but the waist is tight enough so that the front doesnt hang straight enough down, in the medium i tried on in the store. please make this in a large!!!!

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Kayla

November 29, 2009

The style and cut of this skirt is something I've been looking for for a long time. My only problem is that my waist is 29 inches and that the medium is just too snug for me to wear comfortably. I would definitely buy it if AA starts selling it in size large.

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Clare

November 22, 2009

I bought two, one in black and one in grey. Love the length and it's school girl look.

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Jules

November 7, 2009

Just bought this skirt in Dark Charcoal today in Medium. It's so cute :)

I'm 5'6 and 135lbs. It's very flattering, not too long and not too short on me. The waistband sits right on my natural waist and makes my waist look smaller! Perfect. I want another one in Navy.

It's expensive but really well made imo

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jen

October 29, 2009

Love it! A little longer than I expected, I'm 5'5" and it just skims my knees, but extremely flattering and great fit

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hayes

October 7, 2009

I posted a second ago and said I wear large well actually it is a medium, sorry.

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hayes

October 7, 2009

I absolutely adore this skirt. I have the black one and the magical thing about it is that you can either dress it up or down. Just be careful of strong winds.... I am about 5'10 and 150 pounds and I wear the large. I also love that it ends at exactly the right place so it doesnt look like I am showing too much leg- just enough really.

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Sarah

October 3, 2009

I got one in Heather Taupe, size M today (I'm 5'8", 134lbs, bottom heavy) and it looks WONDERFUL. This is easily one of the nicest pieces of clothing I've ever purchased from AA. Looks fabulous with a bodysuit and cardigan or with the short sleeve workshirt AA also sells.

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Ellen

September 29, 2009

These look exactly like the kilts we wore for field hockey in high school. Get some in plaid!

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Michelle

September 13, 2009

The skirt is great. They have to make it in larger sizes L - XL.

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Holly

September 3, 2009

I looove this skirt.I got in in dark charcoal last week and it's so cute. It looks good with a v-neck tee, buttondown shirt, and a thin ribknit sweater. I usually wear a size 6 in clothing and got this in a medium. It's not snug - perfect fit.5 billion stars!

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Imani Chew

August 31, 2009

this skirt is so awesome. I have an uniform and this skirt is the best i have found so far. It fits so well. and the flat front and the pleated sides and back make it so stylish. OH YEA!!!!!

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Amber

August 15, 2009

Like so many others on here I'd love to have this skirt but I'd need a large as I have a 31" waist.

Amber

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heather

July 24, 2009

Love this skirt, very versatile.

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jenny

July 20, 2009

hi,

love this skirt. just wondering, why isnt it made in a LARGE?!

i'm not huge. a size 8 women's, and the M is a 1/2 inch too small. sad! im going to buy the medium and adjust the button placement.

MAKE IN A LARGE!

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Jenny

July 16, 2009

Definitely a very flattering length and a good fit - I'm impressed.

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Gwen

July 15, 2009

I'm 5'1 and 93 lbs. The XS fit is perfect and the lines are extremely flattering. I had already purchased the dark charcoal schoolgirl skirt, and it was so fabulous that I came back for it again in navy blue! I'm happy to see that additional colors have been added. You won't regret this purchase.

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Emma

July 15, 2009

i got this skirt in a medium, im 5 feet 3 inches and 106 lbs.the skirt falls about 2 inches or so above my waist, but the skirt is very durable, and when i do get taller, i'll be at a nice height!

very versitile, especially with a vintage sailor shirt, it looks adorable!

60 bucks, totally worth it! Im buying another!

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sonia

July 10, 2009

i'm french and i really love this skirt!! but i dunno which size i should get... I'm 5'9' and 130 lbs (in french 1m75 pour 58kg ) ... can somone help me?

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linda

July 6, 2009

i'm 5'1. 100 lbs and 32 A chest. this skirt is terrific, very well made and durable. it looks so sleek and classic!

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am

June 19, 2009

This is a great skirt, but could you please add some spare buttons like you do on some of the shirts? That would help a lot for when a button goes missing.

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Pia

June 16, 2009

Hello,does anybody know what kind of tank-top it is that the model of the Heather Taupe colour is wearing? I really like the print but can't find it anywhere on the site, it must be somewhere? Thanks everyone

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sara

May 3, 2009

i bought this in the manchester store, its really really nice, £50 is quite steep but its versatile so :) im 125 points and 5'6 and i had to get it in an xs because i wanted dark charcoal and it was all they had, it fits well on my waist, i would recommend it, though my mum did say it looked like a netball skirt,oh well ;)

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Vanessa

March 8, 2009

this skirt is an absolute must in a gurls wardrobe. i am a crossdresser and would love to have this skirt in my wardrobe but would need it in size large. why do you not make this in large. this is the perfect skirt to wear with a white satin or silk blouse and a nice pair of shiny silk panyhose or thigh highs.

Please make this skirt in large navy and red or green plaid.

Thanks for your time.

Vanessa xx

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Sara

March 2, 2009

I'm 5'11, please make this in large, please!! It's so cute but too small.

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d

February 21, 2009

love the skirt! worth every penny...it has this vintage vibe everyone will love.

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cee

February 13, 2009

xoxo —

try a small, otherwise the waist will probably be too big.

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cee

February 1, 2009

wow. this skirt really is worth the price. well-made.

i'm 5'5, 130lbs, and a medium fits perfectly (worn at natural waist), lays flat (looks better than the pics show). hits right above the knee (not too short like i was afraid).

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xoxo

February 1, 2009

does anyone have this that can comment on sizing? i'm 5'4, 115 lbs... medium large hips but a small waist, not sure whether to get S or M!

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Daniela

January 30, 2009

how about a spring color? i bought this and wore it so much, my friends are asking to see it in a different color...lets make them happy

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Jennifer

January 19, 2009

I have been waiting for a skirt like this to come around for a long while. It's made really well, and looks as cute as in this picture.

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maddy

January 18, 2009

can i see some more views so i know if i like the whole skirt not only the side?

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Sandra

January 17, 2009

Looks like this skirt is getting a fan club! I'm joining it! So adorable!!!

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Lizzie

January 13, 2009

Any chance in plaid, navy, or any other color? This fits so nice, actually looks just like in the photo of the model.

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Rob B!!!!!

January 12, 2009

i love it

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Sal

January 11, 2009

I just got this, and I love it! Any chance we can it in schoolgirl plaid? I've seen some recent fashion mags featuring plaid, and this skirt would be a hit, I know! btw...love this model's sexy school girl look!

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Danielle

January 10, 2009

This schoolgirl skirt is so amazingly adorable! I love the model's pose also, makes the skirt look really sexy!

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Kathy

January 7, 2009

Try it backwards! It's super cute!

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Rachel

January 3, 2009

Love this skirt!

Agree: make it in Navy!

& NO! it does not pooch out on the top like the picture might suggest, I think it's just the twisting of the model's torso that makes it look that way.

GREAT SKIRT!

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Brianna

December 29, 2008

OOOOhh! This is the cutest school girl! and the skirt is adorable also!

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Kourtney

December 27, 2008

Okay, so I go to a private school, and this skirt is within dress code...i think.How long is this skirt?and i noticed that on the model, it like pooches out at the top, is it just the way she is wearing it. or does it actually do that?

help?!!THANKS! :)

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Abbé

December 24, 2008

Please make navy!! Love this skirt - looks so cute on everyone who I've seen in it.

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December 23, 2008

Get larger sizes!

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bex

December 22, 2008

I got a sample of this an adore it! The construction is surprisingly detailed and the fit is great!

Looks great with black thigh highs.

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Juliette

December 20, 2008

I SIMPLY LOVE THIS SKIRT (l)(l)

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Megan

December 19, 2008

This is adorable! Going to get mine for school, work AND play :)

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JL

December 18, 2008

Sexy classy cool. Very nice. I'd love to see a nice pair of female legs in this skirt.